Chess Tour

The day kicks off with a city tour of Ulaanbaatar as our guide and driver pick you up from your accommodation for a sightseeing excursion. Your first destination is the Gandantegchinlen Monastery, a favorite spot for both locals and visitors, renowned for its fascinating religious artifacts and tranquil ambiance. A standout feature is the 26-meter gilded Buddha statue housed in the Megjid Janraisig temple. Following this, you'll explore the Genghis Khan National Museum and then make your way to Sukhbaatar Square. After lunch, we’ll head to the Genghis Khan Equestrian Statue, the largest of its kind in the world. In the afternoon, we’ll have an orientation session to go over the trip details and the chess tournaments. Dinner and the overnight stay will be at a camp in Terelj National Park.

The day begins with a morning wellness session. After breakfast, we will drive to Baga Gazriin Chuluu, known for its beautifully shaped rocks, perfect for hiking and climbing. We will arrive at the ger camp around lunchtime and enjoy a meal there. The first rapid game will begin in the afternoon. Chess grandmasters will provide live analysis using the DGT chess board. Dinner and overnight at the camp in the Baga Gazriin Chuluu. Each evening, there will be a meditation session designed to relax both your mind and body.

The day starts with a morning wellness session, followed by a drive to Tsagaan Suvarga, renowned for its striking colors and unique formations. Often compared to the landscape of Mars, it offers an ideal setting for photography. In addition to its natural beauty, Tsagaan Suvarga has cultural and historical significance; ancient petroglyphs and fossils found nearby provide glimpses into Mongolia’s prehistoric past. After lunch, we will resume the Rapid games, with rounds 3 to 5 taking place. Chess grandmasters will provide live analysis. Dinner and overnight at the camp in the Tsagaan Suvarga. Meditation session at the end of the day.

The day starts with a morning wellness session. In the morning followed by a drive to Yol Valley, famous for its stunning rock formations. After lunch in the afternoon, we'll hike through the valley, where you may spot wildlife such as wild goats, wild sheep, and various bird species. This beautiful canyon, carved by an ancient river and flanked by towering rock walls, remains cool even in summer, with ice sometimes persisting well into July, a rare sight in the Gobi. Chess grandmasters will provide coaching sessions in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight at the camp in the Yol Valley. Meditation session at the end of the day.

The day starts with a morning wellness session. After breakfast, we will head to the Khongor Sand Dunes, one of the largest sand dunes in Mongolia. The best thing about the Khongor Sand Dunes, often called the "Singing Dunes," in Mongolia’s Gobi Desert, is their vast and impressive beauty combined with the surreal "singing" sound they produce. In the afternoon, we’ll hold the Rapid chess final rounds - 6 and 7. After the chess games, we'll enjoy sand dune climbing and camel riding. Dinner and overnight at the camp in the Khongor Sand Dunes. Meditation session at the end of the day.

The day starts with a morning wellness session followed by a drive to the Flaming Cliffs, or Bayanzag because of their incredible historical significance and stunning, fiery landscape. Named for their red and orange hues that seem to glow at sunrise and sunset, the cliffs are a famous paleontological site where the first dinosaur eggs were discovered in the 1920s by American explorer Roy Chapman Andrews. In the afternoon, we’ll begin the first round of the Standard Chess Tournament, accompanied by live analysis. Following the games, there will be a Chess Coaching Session. Dinner and overnight at the camp in the Flaming Cliffs. Meditation session at the end of the day.

The day begins with a morning wellness session followed with a visit to Ongi Monastery, once one of Mongolia's largest monasteries, now lying in ruins. In the afternoon, we’ll proceed with the standard chess tournament, accompanied by live analysis. Following the games, a chess coaching session will take place. Later, we’ll explore the monastery ruins. The surrounding scenery, with the quiet flow of the river, nearby cliffs, and vast open plains, adds to the experience, making it a peaceful yet evocative site that captures Mongolia's spiritual history. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the camp in the Ongi Steppe. Meditation session at the end of the day.

The day starts with a wellness session followed by a visit to Kharkhorum, the ancient capital of the Great Mongol Empire. The Kharkorum is rich in history as the heart of the Mongol Empire and its connection to Mongolia’s cultural and spiritual heritage. Founded by Genghis Khan and developed by his successor, Ogedei, Kharkhorum was once a thriving center of commerce, diplomacy, and culture on the Silk Road, linking East and West. After lunch, we will visit the Kharkhorin Museum, which showcases artifacts from Mongolian history and Orkhon Valley World Heritage Site, followed by a visit to Erdene Zuu Monastery, the oldest surviving Buddhist Monastery in Mongolia. After exploring the museum and the monastery, there is a Puzzle Competition. Dinner and overnight in the ancient capital. The day will end with a meditation session.

The day begins with a wellness session. After breakfast, the 3rd round of the Standard Chess Tournament will take place with live analysis. Following the 3rd round, you'll have time to rest and enjoy lunch at the ger camp. In the afternoon, chess activities will resume with the 4th round of the Standard Chess Tournament, set in the capital of the Great Mongol Empire. At its height in the 13th century, the Great Mongol Empire was the largest contiguous empire in history, stretching across much of Asia and into Europe with 100 to 110 million people at its peak. After the 4th round concludes, a Grandmaster Coaching Session will follow. The day will wrap up with dinner and a meditation session.

The day starts with a wellness session, followed by a drive to Arkhangai province to visit a nomadic family and immerse ourselves in the traditional Mongolian nomadic lifestyle. Lunch will include a Mongolian barbecue, followed by the chance to explore the culture and go horseback riding. There is an old Mongolian saying that nomadic children learn to ride before they can walk. Nomadic civilization in Mongolia is a testament to a harmonious coexistence with nature, maintaining a lifestyle that has adapted to the landscape while preserving its heritage and customs. Next, you'll hike Khorgo Extinct Volcano, and the day will end with dinner and a meditation session.

The day starts with a wellness session. We will spend the whole day at the shore of the Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake. Khorgo and Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake National Park offers a blend of dramatic landscapes, outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, and peaceful retreats, making them one of Mongolia’s most attractive destinations for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. In the morning, the Standard Chess Tournament 5th round will be held with live analysis. After lunch, you will resume with the Standard Chess Tournament 6th round with live analysis. A Coaching Session will be followed with lessons. Then you will have dinner and a mediation session as for the rest of the day.

The day begins with a wellness session and breakfast. We will depart for Shine Ider, located in Khuvsgul Province and known as one of Mongolia's most beautiful and culturally rich regions, Khuvsgul offers a perfect mix of stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, cultural immersion, and diverse wildlife, making it a must-visit for those seeking an authentic Mongolian experience. Following lunch, the final round of the Standard Tournament with live analysis will begin. The day will conclude with dinner and a meditation session.

The day starts with a wellness session at 6:30, breakfast at 7:00. On the way to Khuvsgul Lake we will explore the deer stones, also known as "reindeer stones," are ancient megalithic monuments primarily found in Mongolia and Central Asia. Dating back to the Bronze Age (circa 1200–700 BCE), they are linked to the nomadic cultures of the region. These stones are notable for their detailed carvings, often depicting stylized deer with elongated antlers, which give them their name. As valuable archaeological artifacts, deer stones offer insights into the artistic, spiritual, and social practices of ancient Central Asian cultures. In the afternoon, we will have lunch followed by a chess session. Lastly, dinner and a meditation session.

The day begins with a wellness session, followed by breakfast. The Blitz Chess Tournament will take place next, consisting of seven rounds, all of which will conclude before lunch. After lunch, a prize ceremony and Mini Naadam Festival will be held, and each player will receive the final report. The day will end with dinner and a farewell party.

On this day, after the morning wellness session and breakfast, we will fly back to Ulaanbaatar and head to our hotels.